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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T40 MLFMOT history

T40 MLF is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 279,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
279,549 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 MLF was last recorded at 279,549 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
279,548 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 279,549 miles
  • 2024 – 270,073 miles
  • 2023 – 261,160 miles
  • 2022 – 250,326 miles
  • 2021 – 244,515 miles
  • 2020 – 244,349 miles
  • 2019 – 235,084 miles
  • 2018 – 217,748 miles
  • 2017 – 213,608 miles
  • 2016 – 208,723 miles
  • 2015 – 203,757 miles
  • 2014 – 186,227 miles
  • 2013 – 168,967 miles
  • 2012 – 161,544 miles
  • 2011 – 151,877 miles
  • 2010 – 139,134 miles
  • 2009 – 123,601 miles
  • 2008 – 110,359 miles
  • 2007 – 96,520 miles
  • 2006 – 81,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass279,549 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass279,549 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    279,549 miles
    Test number
    100364221490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail279,548 miles (+9,475)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,548 miles
    Test number
    721818470006
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass270,073 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    270,073 miles
    Test number
    886698613607
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arm attachment bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail270,070 miles (+8,910)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,070 miles
    Test number
    540464311970
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.85 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low DONE/ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arm attachment bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass261,160 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    261,160 miles
    Test number
    663523284087
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail261,158 miles (+10,832)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,158 miles
    Test number
    460658410598
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner rackend (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass250,326 miles (+5,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    250,326 miles
    Test number
    453322367157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass244,515 miles (+166)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    244,515 miles
    Test number
    920266785960
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass244,349 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    244,349 miles
    Test number
    940342437781
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail244,347 miles (+9,263)9 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,347 miles
    Test number
    361712923259
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass235,084 miles (+393)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    235,084 miles
    Test number
    825266867068
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOriginal test carried out by M.G.Meader
  12. Fail234,691 miles (+16,943)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,691 miles
    Test number
    843425805995
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested NO DIP,+ HEADLIGHT OBVIOUSLY INCORRECTLEY POSITIONED/FITTED (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass217,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    217,748 miles
    Test number
    485005595951
    • AdvisoryBlow from back box
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  14. Fail217,745 miles (+4,137)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,745 miles
    Test number
    508093565018
    • MajorEmissions not tested Not tested due to excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBlow from back box
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  15. Pass213,608 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    213,608 miles
    Test number
    672760543145
    • AdvisoryAll brakes in a poor condition
  16. Fail213,525 miles (+4,802)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,525 miles
    Test number
    933038769992
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Inner and outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brakes in a poor condition
  17. Pass208,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    208,723 miles
    Test number
    123455708720
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Fail208,723 miles (+4,966)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,723 miles
    Test number
    476745501904
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  19. Pass203,757 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    203,757 miles
    Test number
    310710147530
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  20. Fail203,756 miles (+9,844)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,756 miles
    Test number
    608117537617
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  21. Pass193,912 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    193,912 miles
    Test number
    298025485036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail193,911 miles (+7,684)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,911 miles
    Test number
    736468575041
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass186,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    186,227 miles
    Test number
    486970804361
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  24. Fail186,227 miles (+4,511)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,227 miles
    Test number
    785760104336
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  25. Pass181,716 miles (+12,749)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    181,716 miles
    Test number
    855862314149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass168,967 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    168,967 miles
    Test number
    169872973107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  27. Fail168,967 miles (+7,423)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,967 miles
    Test number
    205848163498
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  28. Pass161,544 miles (+9,667)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    161,544 miles
    Test number
    587681792030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass151,877 miles (+12,743)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    151,877 miles
    Test number
    527634091085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass139,134 miles (+15,533)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    139,134 miles
    Test number
    660456090077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass123,601 miles (+13,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    123,601 miles
    Test number
    824055089067
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  32. Pass110,359 miles (+13,839)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,359 miles
    Test number
    541626998042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass96,520 miles (+14,775)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    96,520 miles
    Test number
    321482187039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass81,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    81,745 miles
    Test number
    760486596087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 MLF

Does T40 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 MLF is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 MLF?
The MOT on T40 MLF is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 MLF done?
T40 MLF was recorded at 279,549 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 10,081 miles a year.
Has T40 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 MLF has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 MLF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T40 MLF find?
T40 MLF passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play.

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